The nature of wheel wells make them ideal targets for rust.
The wheel wheel -- the housing around a vehicle's wheels -- is a prime area for rust. Whether the wheel is on an automobile, buggy or lawnmower, dirt and debris shoots up from the wheel, and by design, become lodged on the surface of the wheel well. Without regular cleaning, moisture can linger on the surface of the wheel well and eventually lead to rust or more severe damage. Repairing wheel well rust before it creates holes in the body of the vehicle is crucial. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Power the vehicle or device off.
2. Scrub the inside of the wheel well vigorously with a wheel well scrub brush, which has long handles to reach around wheels. Focus especially on any areas of large rust build-up.
3. Apply Naval Jelly to the inside of the wheel well. Wear rubber gloves and protective eyewear, and work in a well-ventilated area. Allow the Naval Jelly to sit for 10 minutes, then wipe the wheel well completely clean with rags soaked in warm water.
4. Examine the wheel well for remaining rust. Scrape away any excess rust or black flecks with the wheel well scrub brush. Apply more Naval Jelly if necessary.
5. Dry the wheel well with a clean rag. Optionally, apply a rust-inhibiting primer to the wheel well to protect against future rust damage.
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